Asked by Adeline Ripberger on Jun 17, 2024
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The patient is scheduled to receive a blood transfusion.Preadministration laboratory tests are run to assess the level of which component in the patient's blood?
A) Sodium (Na)
B) Calcium (Ca)
C) Potassium (K)
D) Iron (Fe)
Preadministration Laboratory
Tests and checks performed before the administration of a medical treatment or procedure to ensure patient safety.
- Describe preadministration assessment and interventions for blood transfusions.
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Harrison KinsworthyJun 22, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
When blood is stored,there is continual destruction of red blood cells (RBCs),which releases potassium from the cells into the plasma.If blood is transfused rapidly,transient elevated potassium levels may occur before the potassium is reabsorbed and put the patient at risk.
Learning Objectives
- Describe preadministration assessment and interventions for blood transfusions.